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Hovedøya Island

Fjord island · public ferry

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Hovedøya Island
Photo: Radosław Botev · Attribution · via Wikimedia Commons

About

A short public ferry from the centre gets you to a green island with monastery ruins and swimming spots. In summer this is one of the best-value things you can do in Oslo. Out of season it's just a cold, empty island.

🕒 How long
Half a day
👤 Suits
Summer visitors wanting the fjord without a big trip
🗓️ Season
Strongly summer. Check ferry timetables — service is much thinner outside the warm months.

This is personal opinion, not a sponsored listing.

Practical

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🕐
Not listed — check the official website before you go.
Wheelchair access: no
🗺️ Directions

Location and hours from OpenStreetMap — they can be out of date, so confirm anything time-critical.